Material Attendant

Aerotek; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Aerotek in Binghamton, NY is seeking a Material Attendant to support our manufacturing and warehouse operations. You will handle materials, stock, and move products through the facility using inventory systems and handheld scanners, ensuring accurate and efficient flow for internal and external customers. This full-time, first-shift role runs Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m., with Friday optional early hours 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inventory systems and handheld scanners preferred.
• Ability to learn and apply safety procedures for hoists, slings, or cranes.
• Physically capable of repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Able to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Prior warehousing or manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and organized work area and perform tasks safely.
• Perform material handling tasks including picking, packing, stacking, loading and labeling.
• Use inventory systems and handheld scanners to track materials.
• Operate or work around material handling equipment like slings, hoists or cranes.
• Follow standard operating procedures and written work instructions.
• Support production and supply chain by ensuring materials are available and properly documented.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure timely material movement.

Skills

Safety awareness

Handheld scanners

Material handling

English literacy

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Team collaboration

Computer use

Job description

Job Title: Material Attendant

Job Description

The Material Attendant plays a key role in supporting the supply chain by safely handling materials, moving product throughout the facility, and using inventory systems, printers, and labelers to ensure accurate and efficient product flow for internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Work in a constant state of alertness and perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Perform a variety of material handling and stocking duties, including picking, marshaling, sorting, packing, stacking, loading, and labeling products.
• Use inventory systems, computers, and handheld scanners to track, locate, and process materials accurately.
• Operate or work around material handling equipment such as slings, hoists, or cranes while maintaining a strong focus on safety.
• Follow written work instructions and standard operating procedures to complete daily tasks consistently and accurately.
• Support production and supply chain processes by ensuring materials are available, properly staged, and accurately documented.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with company safety and housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure timely movement of materials and efficient workflow.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work safely and remain in a constant state of alertness in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in basic computer use and the ability to operate handheld scanners for inventory and material tracking.
• Knowledge of safe operations related to slings, hoists, or cranes, or the ability to learn and apply these safety practices.
• Experience or strong ability in material handling, including picking, packing, stacking, loading, and labeling.
• Ability to read and understand English and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Physical ability to stoop, bend, twist, turn, squat, reach, push, pull, grab, and grasp throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly as required by the job.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or warehousing experience preferred.
• Experience in material handling, inventory control, shipping and receiving, warehouse inventory, picking, and packing is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling, labeling, and documenting materials.
• Reliability and punctuality to support production schedules and supply chain demands.
• Willingness to learn company-specific production systems and processes.

Why Work Here?

You will join a production and warehouse environment where safety, reliability, and teamwork are highly valued. The role offers consistent daytime hours that support work-life balance, as well as the opportunity to develop and strengthen material handling and inventory skills in a structured setting. You will contribute directly to an efficient supply chain and gain experience with established production systems and modern material handling practices.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing and warehouse environment that supports material handling and production operations. The position follows a first-shift schedule, working Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with additional hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Fridays. You will work around material handling equipment such as slings, hoists, and cranes, and you will regularly use computers, handheld scanners, printers, and labelers. The work is physically active and involves frequent bending, lifting, and movement throughout the facility. Appropriate work attire suitable for a manufacturing and warehouse setting is expected, with a focus on safety and practicality.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Binghamton, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Binghamton, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Binghamton,NY.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.